MS HC50

Recognizes Reverend Rodney Duke for his service as a communications technician on the U.S.S. Pueblo during a January 23, 1968 attack by North Korean forces.

Honors Duke's endurance as a prisoner of war held by North Korea for 11 months after the U.S.S. Pueblo was captured, during which he suffered torture and permanent disabilities.

Commends Duke's fulfillment of his vow to become a Methodist minister upon his release, which occurred on December 23, 1968, and his subsequent decades of service as a pastor in Mississippi.

Acknowledges Duke's educational achievements including earning a bachelor's degree from Belhaven College after returning home and starting a family.

Directs copies of the resolution be furnished to Reverend Rodney Duke and Capitol Press Corps members.